Secrete — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /si-ˈkrēt/ se·crete

Meaning & Definition of Secrete

Secrete (verb)

  1. to form and give off (a secretion)
  2. to deposit or conceal in a hiding place
  3. to appropriate secretly, abstract

Secrete (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to put into a hiding place

    "the police found the weapon secreted under the driver's seat of the getaway car"

    opposite: display, exhibit

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Secrete

The most common words with a similar meaning to Secrete:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Secrete

Words with the opposite meaning of Secrete:

Near Antonyms of Secrete

Word Forms of Secrete

Inflections: secreted, secreting

Origin & Etymology of Secrete

back-formation from secretion

First known use: 1728

Frequently Asked Questions about Secrete

What does "Secrete" mean?

"Secrete" means to form and give off (a secretion). As a verb, it is defined as: to form and give off (a secretion).

What is another word for "Secrete"?

Other words for "Secrete" include bury, cache, conceal, ensconce and hide. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Secrete" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Secrete"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Secrete". Common alternatives include bury, cache, conceal, ensconce and hide.

What is the opposite of "Secrete"?

Antonyms of "Secrete" include display and exhibit. Near antonyms include bare, expose, reveal and show.

How do you use "Secrete" in a sentence?

Examples of "Secrete" in a sentence: "the police found the weapon secreted under the driver's seat of the getaway car".

Is "Secrete" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Secrete" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Secrete"?

"Secrete" is pronounced /si-ˈkrēt/ and divided into syllables as se·crete.

What is the origin of the word "Secrete"?

"Secrete" comes from back-formation from secretion. First known use: 1728.